2007 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 49 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2004 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Seat Toledo | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Seat | Samsung |
Model | Toledo | SM5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |